Search - Shostakovich, Bernstein, New York Philharmonic :: Shostakovich: Symphonies 5 & 9 (The Royal Edition, No. 77 of 100)

Shostakovich, Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Shostakovich: Symphonies 5 & 9 (The Royal Edition, No. 77 of 100)
Genre: Classical

Track Listings (9) - Disc #1
1. Sym No.5 in d, Op.47: I. Moderato
2. Sym No.5 in d, Op.47: II. Allegretto
3. Sym No.5 in d, Op.47: III. Largo
4. Sym No.5 in d, Op.47: IV. Allegro Non Troppo
5. Sym No.9 in E flat, Op.70: I. Allegro
6. Sym No.9 in E flat, Op.70: II. Moderato
7. Sym No.9 in E flat, Op.70: III. Presto
8. Sym No.9 in E flat, Op.70: IV. Largo - Manuel Zegler
9. Sym No.9 in E flat, Op.70: V. Allegretto

Larger Image

CD Details

All Artists: Shostakovich, Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Title: Shostakovich: Symphonies 5 & 9 (The Royal Edition, No. 77 of 100)
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Sony
Release Date: 9/21/1993
Genre: Classical
Styles: Historical Periods, Modern, 20th, & 21st Century, Romantic (c.1820-1910), Symphonies
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 074644761528

Synopsis

Amazon.com essential recording

Leonard Bernstein's performances of Shostakovich were almost as highly regarded as his Mahler. This performance of the Fifth Symphony was the highlight of his celebrated tour of the Soviet Union with the New York Philharmonic in 1959. The composer himself attended the performances and approved of Bernstein's interpretation, which is the exact opposite of the traditional Russian one. Rather than take the finale ponderously, Bernstein flies through the music at a frantic pace, carrying it forward with irresistible momentum. The Ninth Symphony is the composer's lightest and most carefree. Bernstein walks the fine line between humor and seriousness with acrobatic skill. --David Hurwitz

Similar CDs

	Johann Erasmus Kindermann, Louis Bourgeois, Anonymous Chants of the Reformantion in Hungary Genres: Special Interest, Classical Label: Hungaroton
?

	Lajos Miller, Zoltan Kodaly, Janos Ferencsik Kodály: Choral Music, Vol.1 Genres: Folk, Classical Label: Hungaroton
?

	Various Artists How I Learned to Stop Genres: Blues, Pop, Rock Label: Diablo Records UK
?

	Santo and Johnny Come On In/Off Shore Genre: Pop Label: Canadian/Traditions Alive
?

Similarly Requested CDs

	John Sheppard, Maurice Durufle, Robert White Brother Sun, Sister Moon Genres: Jazz, Pop, Classical Label: American Gramaphone
?

	Verve Urban Hymns Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock Label: Virgin Records Us
28

	Smashing Pumpkins Machina: The Machines of God Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock Label: Virgin Records Us
14

	Chris Botti Night Sessions Genres: Jazz, Pop Label: Sony
4

	The Beatles Let It Be... Naked Genres: Rock, Classic Rock Label: Capitol
12

	Various Across The Universe [Deluxe Edition] Genre: Soundtracks Label: Interscope Records
9

	James Galway In Dulci Jubilo Genres: Special Interest, New Age, Classical Label: RCA
1

	Henryk Gorecki, John Nelson, Lucy Ding Górecki: Miserere Genre: Classical Label: Nonesuch
1

	Ludwig van Beethoven, Joachim Raff, Frederic Chopin Piano Classics: Popular Works for Solo Piano Genres: Dance & Electronic, Classical Label: Telarc
1

	Johannes Brahms, Bernard Haitink, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 - Vladimir Ashkenazy Genre: Classical Label: Polygram Records
1

CD Reviews

The Single Greatest Version of the 5th

02/28/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"While Bernstein is quite often too Malherian in his approach to Shostakovich (the 14th). We find both orchestra and conductor in top form here. Every movement is polished, stunning in exacting detail (except the faster finale opening). Mravinsky is no match here, nor is Jansons or Ormandy, or Maxim. The 1959 sound is aslo stunning. Also, Berstein's 1959 performance received raves from Shostakovich himself. With the generous filler 9th, this disc is self- reccomending essential in any collection."

The best version of the 5th. Period.

07/27/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you ever decide to look for Shostakovich's 5th symphony, then this is the version to look for. This version blows away all the other versions. Add the 9th and you have a best buy."

Nice Change of Pace

06/10/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"While I personally prefer slower tempos in this symphony allowing more subtlety in the music, sometimes it is just fun to hear it much faster and with more boisterousness. Bernstien has shown us a bit of a different side of this music and I like the overall effect. The NY Phil. is playing great as well. The ninth symphony is splendidly done and is well worth the price of admission alone."